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UCLA Health

Patient Access Representative - Per Diem

Los Angeles, CA 91307 · US

$38.96/hour

About the role

Description

The Per Diem Access Representative pre-registers, pre-admits, and admits patients by telephone and/or in person. In this per diem role, you will:

·         Collect accurate demographic information

·         Review and interpret insurance benefits

·         Obtain prior authorizations

·         Collect cash

·         Interact with public assistance programs (i.e. Medi-Cal, CCS)

·         Interact with physicians/office personnel as well as other hospital personnel (i.e., SDA, OPSU, nursing units)

·         Refer appropriate cases to other internal and external sources to assist patients with discharge/post-hospital care

 Salary Range: $38.96- $38.96 / hourly

Qualifications

We’re seeking a detail-oriented, self-directed professional with:

  • Working knowledge of eligibility and working provisions of third-party sponsors
  • General knowledge of medical terminology
  • Ability to write concise, grammatically correct reports and correspondence
  • Ability to type 55 words per minute (WPM)
  • Proficient in basic math
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook
  • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
  • Must be available for weekends and holiday coverage

Note: May be subject to test in qualifying skills